Gender Differences
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1. Gender differences in progression to crack-cocaine use and the role of sexual and physical violence
Objective: This study aimed to evaluate whether progression from first drug use to crack-cocaine use differs according to gender, and whether the report of sexual or physical violence impacts the time of progression. Methods: We interviewed 896 crack-cocaine users (548 men; 348 women) from addiction treatment units. Cox regression models evaluated the time
Brazilian Journal of Psychiatry. Publicado em: 2022
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2. Evaluation of the Rho-kinase gene expression and polymorphisms in adult patients with acute appendicitis: a differential impact of gender
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: Acute appendicitis represents one of the most common causes of acute intra-abdominal emergencies worldwide. In this case-control study, we aimed to investigate associations of Rho-kinase gene expression and polymorphisms with acute appendicitis in a Turkish population. We also aimed to study the effects of gender on these parameters. MET
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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3. Transurethral flexible ureteroscopic incision and drainage with holmium laser in the treatment of parapelvic renal cysts: A retrospective study
ABSTRACT Background: We aimed to investigate the clinical efficacy and safety of transurethral flexible ureteroscopic incision and drainage with holmium laser in the treatment of parapelvic renal cysts. Materials and Methods: Between October 2017 and April 2021, the clinical data of 65 patients with parapelvic renal cysts were evaluated retrospectively. Th
International braz j urol. Publicado em: 2022
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4. Prevalence of chondromalacia patella according to patella type and patellofemoral geometry: a retrospective study
Abstract BACKGROUND: The relationships between the morphometric structure of the patellofemoral joint, patella type and chondromalacia patella are still a matter of debate. OBJECTIVE: To identify the prevalence of chondromalacia patella by determining the patella type and making patellofemoral morphometric measurements. DESIGN AND SETTING: Retrospective c
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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5. Otoneurological assessment and quality of life of individuals with complaints of dizziness and temporomandibular disorders: a case-control study
Abstract Objectives: To evaluate the impact of temporomandibular disorders on the quality of life of patients with dizziness. Methods: An observational, case-control study evaluated 60 individuals with dizziness (20 cases and 40 controls), who were matched for gender and age. The individuals underwent to anamnesis, overall physical and otoneurological exam
Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology. Publicado em: 2022
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6. Management of children with functional constipation referred to tertiary care
Abstract Objectives: To describe the management, to compare treatment at initial referral vs. during specialized follow-up, and to describe outcomes of children with functional constipation (FC) referred to a Brazilian tertiary care center. Methods: Retrospective study, including children (4–18 years) with FC followed at a single center from 2006 to 2019
Jornal de Pediatria. Publicado em: 2022
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7. Heart rate turbulence assessed through ergometry after myocardial infarction: a feasibility study
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Coronary artery disease is an important cause of morbidity and mortality. The impact of ventricular arrhythmias with impaired cardiac vagal activity is one of the most recently studied prognostic factors. However, there are no studies evaluating the phenomenon of heart rate turbulence (HRT) during physical exertion. OBJECTIVE: To stu
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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8. Probiotic therapy outcomes in body composition of children and adolescent with obesity, a nonrandomized controlled trial
ABSTRACT Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the impact of probiotic supplementation therapy on anthropometric values and body composition of children and adolescent with obesity. Subjects and methods: This is a nonrandomized controlled, prospective, double-blind interventional clinical trial with primary data analysis. The sample compri
Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism. Publicado em: 2022
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9. Hospitalization, mortality and public healthcare expenditure in Brazil during the COVID-19 crisis: vulnerabilities in the spotlight
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Multiple opinion-based communications have highlighted the actions of the Brazilian government during the pandemic. Nevertheless, none have appraised public data to identify factors associated with worsening of the healthcare system. OBJECTIVE: To analyze and collate data from public health and treasury information systems in order t
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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10. When do we need to suspect maturity onset diabetes of the young in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus?
ABSTRACT Objetivo: Maturity onset diabetes of the young (MODY) patients have clinical heterogeneity as shown by many studies. Thus, often it is misdiagnosed to type 1 or type 2 diabetes(T2DM). The aim of this study is to evaluate MODY mutations in adult T2DM patients suspicious in terms of MODY, and to show clinical and laboratory differences between these
Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism. Publicado em: 2022
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11. Dietary and circulating vitamin D and risk of renal cell carcinoma: a meta-analysis of observational studies
ABSTRACT Objective: This meta-analysis is the first to evaluate the associations of circulating and dietary intake of vitamin D with risk of risk of renal cell carcinoma (RCC). Our findings showed that higher circulating vitamin D level and dietary vitamin D intake were associated with a reduced risk of RCC. The possible explanation might be attributed to t
Int. braz j urol.. Publicado em: 2021-08
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12. Quality of life in enuretic children
ABSTRACT Introduction: Nocturnal enuresis is a highly incident chronic disorder that generates countless problems to the child and their parents. Bed-wetting has significant negative impacts on self-esteem and the performance of children. The aim of the current study is to assess the quality of life of enuretic children, as well as its association to sex an
Int. braz j urol.. Publicado em: 2021-06